Contributor Tom Graham

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In Praise Of

In praise of Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence: David Bowie’s festive oddity

by Tom Graham

Nagisa Ôshima’s World War Two-era drama is strange seasonal tale.
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In Praise Of

In praise of Naked Lunch – the weirdest studio film ever made

by Tom Graham

Twenty five years on David Cronenberg’s adaptation of William Burroughs’ classic novel remains a bold and transgressive vision.
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In Praise Of

The tragic life and death of Yukio Mishima

by Tom Graham

How Paul Schrader reinterpreted the fascinating story of the revered Japanese author.
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The irresistible madness of Orson Welles’ Don Quixote

by Tom Graham

Read the remarkable story of the director’s ill-fated passion project, 400 years on from the death of Miguel de Cervantes.
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In Praise Of

How Graham Greene became one of cinema’s greatest writers

by Tom Graham

Twenty five years on from his death, the novelist famed for his film noir screenplays remains a key influence.
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The harrowing true story of Argentina’s “Dirty War”

by Tom Graham

Thirty years after its original release, The Official Story remains a vital account of the country’s military dictatorship.

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